Gaston Alexandre Auguste, Marquis de Galliffet
1830–1909 (age 79)
Biography
Gaston Alexandre Auguste, Marquis de Galliffet, was a French military officer whose career spanned the latter half of the 19th century. His military service reflected the complex history of France during a period of significant political and military change, including the Franco-Prussian War and subsequent conflicts.
The Marquis de Galliffet's prominent military position and aristocratic standing made him a notable figure in French military and social circles. His burial in Montparnasse Cemetery reflects his importance to French military history and his enduring legacy within the nation's institutional memory.